How many syllables in “amis”?
syllables in "amis"
Word details
Syllables
2
a · mis
Letters
4
a · m · i · s
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “amis”
The word “amis” contains 2 syllables, divided as a · mis. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "amis" have?
"amis" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "amis" into syllables?
"amis" is divided into syllables as: a · mis.
What is the Scrabble score for "amis"?
The Scrabble score for "amis" is 6 points.
Using “amis” in writing
Two-syllable words like "amis" (a · mis) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “amis” is worth 6 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “amis”
The letters in “amis” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: aims, sima.